RunTime

RunTime is a specialized engineering recruitment agency based in Boston that connects elite engineers with companies building the future in electronics, firmware, embedded software, QA, and product design. The agency focuses on delivering battle-tested engineers who thrive in specific tech stacks, align with company culture, and meet project deadlines with a proven 97% retention rate.

At RunTime, technical recruitment specialists help engineering companies build exceptional teams without the usual hiring headaches. They cut through the noise of polished CVs to deliver engineers who get the job, fit the culture, and move fast. The agency specializes in decoding technical specifications rather than just skimming resumes, with their team speaking the language of firmware, embedded systems, mechatronics, and product development.

The company takes a tailored approach to hiring, avoiding cookie-cutter solutions by aligning with each client's culture, projects, and goals to deliver candidates who hit the ground running. Their proven methodology combines digital outreach, referral networks, and a proprietary database to ensure clients meet the right people quickly, with shortlists delivered within 72 hours.

RunTime operates as a true hiring partner, handling everything from refining job specifications to interview preparation and salary negotiations. Their comprehensive 7-phase process spans from initial stakeholder briefings through post-hire support during the first four weeks, ensuring successful placements and maintaining their impressive retention rates.

The agency has successfully placed over 532 candidates and helped more than 423 clients across various embedded industries including medical devices, transportation, industrial automation, aerospace, telecommunications, IoT, energy, and agriculture. They work with notable clients such as Atomos, Lumen, Selectronic, and Cohda Wireless, demonstrating their expertise in connecting top engineering talent with innovative companies.